1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 62 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Mustang |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |