USA vs USA — 2003 vs 2015
| Mustang SVT Cobra Terminator | Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 390 hp | 797 hp |
| Torque | 390 lb-ft | 707 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,601 cc | 6,166 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 4.5 sec | 3.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 157 mph | 203 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 12.8 sec | 11.8 sec |
| Weight | 3,607 lbs | 4,569 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,573 mm | 2,946 mm |
| Length | 4,652 mm | 5,017 mm |
| Units Produced | 13,476 | — |
| Original MSRP | $34,750 | $72,095 |
| Value (Excellent) | $75,000 | $120,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Terminator brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility, better value to the table, and the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Muscle Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Terminator versus the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye. Both hail from Modern classic and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye holds a clear advantage in raw power with 797 hp compared to 390 hp, a 407-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Ford Mustang SVT Cobra uses a V8 DOHC 32V Supercharged displacing 4,601 cc, while the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat relies on a V8 OHV Supercharged 16V with 6,166 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye edges ahead at 3.4 seconds versus 4.5 seconds. The Ford Mustang SVT Cobra carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 962 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.