1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 943 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Viper. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Viper | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
