1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 540 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | 17 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
