1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Charger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
