1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 36 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Because 1969 Dodge Challenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
