1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150. 2010 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |