1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1992 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3505 mm |
