2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 342 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
