1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 347 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Viper. (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 115 L |
