1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1969 Dodge Challenger and 1969 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Challenger | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 285 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
