Charger (second generation) specs
Dodge Charger (second generation) 500 440 Magnum (SAE gross) Coupe
280 kW381 PS375 hp651 Nm1969
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- Power
- 280 kW 381 PS · 375 hp
- Torque
- 651 Nm 480 lb-ft
- Displacement
- 7,210 cm³
Under the bonnet of the Dodge Charger (second generation) 7.2 500 440 Magnum (SAE gross) coupe sits a 7.2-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine, good for 280 kW (381 PS) and 651 Nm of torque. An automatic transmission sends the Charger (second generation) 7.2 500 440 Magnum (SAE gross)'s drive to the rear wheels.
This is the entry point among the 2 versions of the Charger (second generation); the range-topping 7.0 500 426 Hemi (SAE gross) (317 kW) has 13% more power.
Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,210 cm³ 7.2 l · 440 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 280 kW 381 PS · 375 hp |
| Torque | 651 Nm 480 lb-ft |
Transmission
| Gearbox | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Production
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Years | 1969 |
| Generation | Charger (second generation) (1968–1970) |
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