1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Challenger | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Venturi |
Model | Challenger | 400 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |