1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 43 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, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Challenger | S5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
