2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
