1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 40 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 67 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Challenger | Charger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
