1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 31 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Challenger | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
