1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 32 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 275 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Challenger | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
