Posted on 02.20.2012 16:00 by Simona Filed under: Dodge | coupe | Dodge Challenger | muscle cars | Cars | Car News

With a history of over 40 years, Dodge Challenger is preparing for a long, deserved vacation. Dodge is preparing to use a new rear-drive Alfa Romeo platform for its muscle car, and according to Chrysler design chief Ralph Gilles it might be a little bit difficult to combine the Challenger’s large proportion with such a platform. This is why Dodge is looking to replace the Challenger with a new model, and it seems that the perfect addition will be a new-age Barracuda.

With a 197.7 inches length and a 116.0-inch wheelbase, Challenger is the largest car in this segment. However, if built the Barracuda replacement will be more trim and will be built on a new platform that’s smaller than the current Charger/300’s LY. The same platform will be used for a lineup of Alfa Romeo models, including a sports car, a coupe, and a sport sedan.

Motor Trend also reports that the new Barracuda might also be sold under the SRT badge as the new Viper sports car.

Dodge will replace the current Challenger with new Barracuda originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 20 February 2012 16:00 EST.

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