2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7011 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
