1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 35 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
