1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, 2005 Vector M12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Viper. (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vector M12 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Dodge 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vector M12. (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vector M12.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2005 Vector M12 | |
Make | Dodge | Vector |
Model | Viper | M12 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |