1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 241 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Challenger | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |
