1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 11 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-450. (350 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-450.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4390 mm |
