1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 595 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Challenger | Victor |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |