1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 30 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Challenger | M250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
