2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper 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 (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Viper | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |