1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 19 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
