Dodge Challenger SRT8 2008

The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 marks the return of the Challenger muscle car which has been absent from Dodge’s lineup for 35 years.

“The all-new Dodge Challenger SRT8 is engineered to give customers everything they want in a modern muscle machine,” said Mike Accavitti, Director – Dodge Brand and SRT Global Marketing, Chrysler LLC. “The new version of Dodge’s American classic boasts tire-smoking performance and head-turning design while offering a wide array of state-of-the-art technology, such as GPS navigation, ‘Keyless Go’ entry, a MyGIG™ infotainment system and UConnect hands-free communication.”

Power for the Dodge Challenger SRT8 comes from a front mounted 6.1 litre HEMI V8 engine which manages to produce 425 bhp @ 6200 rpm, and 420 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque @ 4800 rpm. The engine is connected to a five speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels.

The Dodge Challenger uses Chrysler’s LX platform also found in the Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300C sedans, but with a decidedly more sporty exterior design and dimensions which help disguise its ample overall size.

The exterior of the production Dodge Challenger has remained relatively faithful to the design of the original concept Dodge Challenger from 2006, with just a few minor tweaks and details altered including the addition of a black lip spoiler under the front bumper, the removal of the Dodge crosshair grille, repositioning of the side indicators, repositioned fuel filler, redesigned taillights and a small matt-black rear spoiler.

Dodge will offer the limited-edition 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 in three colors: HEMI Orange, Bright Silver Metallic and Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat. Each two-door, rear-wheel-drive coupe will be produced with a numbered dash plaque and carbon fiberlike hood stripes.

Inside the 2008 Dodge Challenger many of the components are borrowed from the Charger and other Chrysler models, and the design has obviously been compromised in order to come in on budget.

Performance targets for the all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 are impressive, and include a 0–60 mph time in the low 5-second range, 0–100–0 mph in less than 17 seconds, a ¼-mile elapsed time of less than 14 seconds, 60–0 mph braking distance of approximately 100 feet, and a skid pad performance of 0.88 g.

Plymouth Cuda Concept Car

The Plymouth ‘Cuda concept car is the work of a digital designer from São Paulo, Brazil - Rafael Reston.

Inspired by the 1971 Plymouth Barracuda, the Plymouth ‘Cuda concept car follows the recent trend of reviving legendary muscle cars like the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, and Dodge Challenger.

Based on the platform from the Chrysler 300C, The Plymouth ‘Cuda concept propose power source with a 5.4 litre bio-fueled HEMI V8.

Purposeful looking body of the Plymouth ‘Cuda is formed from aluminium with the 22″ wheels and aggressive. While the spoilers, hood, and side panels are made from lightweight carbon fibre.

Rafael Reston created the Plymouth ‘Cuda concept using Alias Studio Tools 2008. For the interior, Reston using Rhinoceros 4.0, with Bunkspeed Hypershot for final rendering.