1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury 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 164 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Viper | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | Viper | Fury |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 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 | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3060 mm |