1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Challenger | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
