1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 309 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Coronet | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
