In the fast-paced world of muscle cars, where horsepower and torque reign supreme, the Dodge Challenger has stood the test of time. The iconic American muscle car, despite its age, has managed to outpace its rivals, the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro, in sales for what might be its final year. The recent farewell of the Challenger marked a momentous occasion, with the last model being a Pitch Black SRT Demon 170, culminating in a charity auction that fetched an astounding $700,000.
Dodge bid adieu to the Challenger by unleashing the SRT Demon 170 in March, a beast that claimed the throne in the ongoing muscle car power wars. With a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine under its hood, this formidable machine roared with a staggering 1,025 horsepower and 945 pound-feet of torque when fueled by E85. Even on E10 gas, it produced a formidable 900 hp and 810 lb-ft. The quarter-mile belonged to the SRT Demon 170, clocking in at a mere 8.91 seconds at a jaw-dropping speed of 151.17 mph, according to official Dodge specifications.
While the Challenger bids farewell, Dodge enthusiasts need not despair. The brand is gearing up for a new chapter in the muscle car wars, albeit with a radically different approach. The Charger Daytona, rumored to hit the market by late 2024, is set to make a bold entrance as an electric vehicle. The top trim is expected to boast a formidable 880 hp, while the base model will offer over 400 hp.
Beyond the electric Charger Daytona, rumors abound regarding a non-Daytona-branded Charger equipped with a combustion engine. Allegedly featuring a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six, sourced from the Jeep Wagoneer, this variant is anticipated to deliver either 420 hp or 510 hp, depending on the trim level.
As the final Dodge Challenger, a Pitch Black SRT Demon 170, rolls off the production line, it marks the end of an era for this legendary muscle car. Its departure, however, paves the way for Dodge to embrace a new era of electrified power and innovation, promising enthusiasts a thrilling future in the ongoing battle of American muscle supremacy.
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