1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1996 Chrysler 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Viper. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Viper | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 719 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 | 1590 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1641 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3820 mm |
