1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 38 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Dodge | Ascari |
Model | Challenger | A10 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2636 mm |