[340GTSDART]

If the Dodge Boys are smart, they will remember that the 68-70 340 Darts(like my 69 GTS) and Barracudas were faster with the 340, 383 or 440 than the 70-71 E body Cuda's and Challengers with the same engine. They didn't look as sporty (but had much more room) and they weren't even as aerodynamic. But they were faster. And there was one reason. They weighed in at about 3000 to 3200 lbs. The E bodies were at least 200 to 300 lbs heavier, depending on options. Now I agree that the new Hemi puts out lots of H.P., but keeping the weight down is still vital to performance. And with all the new plastics they should be able to do this. I'm ready to put down the deposit on a new Challenger today, but if they are looking at this car being close to 2 tons, something is very wrong. My 1984 Olds 98 was only 3800!!! Come on boys!! Do it right!! Less weight means less stress on the driveline, better gas mileage and better performance. If it costs an extra thousand or two, do it!! Meet you at the strip! John