2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (394 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Viper | Fury |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 495 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 394 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3060 mm |