Dodge Charger 500

vs

Dodge Durango SRT

USA vs USA — 1969 vs 2018

Dodge Charger 500 (1969)
Dodge Durango SRT (2018)
Specifications
Charger 500 Aero WarriorDurango SRT Hellcat
Horsepower375 hp710 hp
Torque450 lb-ft645 lb-ft
Engine Size7,206 cc6,166 cc
0-60 mph6.0 sec3.5 sec
Top Speed135 mph180 mph
¼ Mile13.7 sec11.5 sec
Weight3,849 lbs5,600 lbs
Wheelbase2,972 mm3,045 mm
Length5,283 mm5,113 mm
Units Produced3922,000
Original MSRP$3,860$82,490
Value (Excellent)$400,000$130,000
Collectibility9/107/10
Rarity9/108/10
The Verdict

This matchup is remarkably close. The 1969 Dodge Charger 500 Aero Warrior offers lighter weight, greater rarity, stronger collectibility, while the 2018 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat counters with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Neither holds a decisive advantage, making this a true enthusiast's dilemma. Your choice ultimately depends on which driving philosophy resonates more with you.

Overview

Within the Dodge stable, the 1969 Dodge Charger 500 Aero Warrior and 2018 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Dodge badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 2018 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat holds a clear advantage in raw power with 710 hp compared to 375 hp, a 335-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Dodge Charger 500 uses a V8 OHV 16V displacing 7,206 cc, while the Dodge Durango SRT relies on a V8 OHV Hemi Supercharged with 6,166 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2018 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat edges ahead at 3.5 seconds versus 6.0 seconds. The Dodge Charger 500 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1751 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 392 units built, the 1969 Dodge Charger 500 Aero Warrior is considerably scarcer than the Dodge Durango SRT's 2,000 examples. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1969 Dodge Charger 500 Aero Warrior rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.