1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 39 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 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.
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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | GT | Charger |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
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 | 68 L |