1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 394 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 624 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Viper | LS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8424 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 670 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 913 Nm | 388 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |