1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, both 1969 Dodge Challenger and 1969 Opel GT were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Challenger | GT |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |