1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 505 kg more than 1968 Opel 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
