1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1215 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Challenger | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
