1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 37 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 (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera 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 145 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Challenger | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 92 L |
