2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 616 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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, 2009 Dodge Challenger (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | 17 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 419 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
