1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 42 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 747 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Challenger | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
