1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | E-350 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |