1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 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 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 53 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Challenger | Viper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 8195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
