2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 34 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 5 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.
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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
