1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 634 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Challenger | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |