Since this is built on the modified LX platform (some are calling it the LY platform) -- what type of weight savings should we expect to see on the Dodge Challenger over that of say, the Dodge Charger?
Don't know about weight savings but my '70 tips the scale at about 3200. I hope they keep it in that ballpark, BUT I haven't got 425hp in my '70 either!!!
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If they have the Challenger at 3200...man, oh man..it would tear most everything out there a new porthole! Whether is has the 6.1L or 6.4L. Would love to have the 6.4L option!
Don't know about weight savings but my '70 tips the scale at about 3200. I hope they keep it in that ballpark, BUT I haven't got 425hp in my '70 either!!!
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Last I heard( this from dodge eng.) was they were looking for a 400-500 lbs drop on the next gen platform..parts that were made in steel ( on this platform) would be made in aluminum on the LY...more parts sharing with mercedes should keep costs down and would allow the Challenger to compete with Rustang...
Since it is being guesstimated that it should compete with the GT500 or whatever, they will need to make some metal changes for weight. Is the present SRT8 aluminum? Anyone know what the 392 is made of? Lighter frame, motor, tranny, rearend....make it light but enough weight to be driveable at 200mph.
They need to stop making so-called "performance cars" that weigh nearly 4000 pounds(GTO, Charger). If the new Challenger comes to be, looks similar to the concept, and weighs in at 34-3500 pounds I might buy one.
Don't know about weight savings but my '70 tips the scale at about 3200. I hope they keep it in that ballpark, BUT I haven't got 425hp in my '70 either!!!
Sidenote; Thanks ekool for this new forum
That would put the target weight for the Challenger @3600-3700 lbs a Mustang Gt is 3550...so it should be handing the 'stang it's ass...especially with the 6-speed...
That would put the target weight for the Challenger @3600-3700 lbs a Mustang Gt is 3550...so it should be handing the 'stang it's ass...especially with the 6-speed...
I would like to see them go with the 392 @ 500hp. Also drop a 3.55 or 3.73 rearend. Or make the rearend from MB where you can change the rear gears yourself without having to change the brains (comp) drastically.