2012 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 729 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Datsun |
| Model | Charger | 240Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2300 mm |
