1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1964 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 540 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1964 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
