USA vs USA — 1970 vs 1968
| Challenger T/A 340 Six Pack | Mustang GT/CS (California Special) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 230 hp |
| Torque | 340 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5,572 cc | 4,949 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec | 8.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 115 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.0 sec | 16.2 sec |
| Weight | 3,400 lbs | 3,000 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,743 mm |
| Length | 4,871 mm | 4,613 mm |
| Units Produced | 2,399 | 4,118 |
| Original MSRP | $3,590 | $3,100 |
| Value (Excellent) | $250,000 | $95,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 8/10 |
On balance, the 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A 340 Six Pack makes a stronger case on paper with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. However, the 1968 Ford Mustang GT/CS (California Special) counters with lighter weight, better value, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A 340 Six Pack for outright capability, or the 1968 Ford Mustang GT/CS (California Special) for a more distinctive ownership experience.
In the world of Pony Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A 340 Six Pack versus the 1968 Ford Mustang GT/CS (California Special). Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A 340 Six Pack holds a clear advantage in raw power with 290 hp compared to 230 hp, a 60-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A 340 Six Pack edges ahead at 5.8 seconds versus 8.5 seconds. The Ford Mustang carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 400 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.