1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 14 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Viper. (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Viper. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Viper | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2746 mm |
