1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 2008 Ford GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stealth | GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
