1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon. 1976 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
