2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
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 | 1565 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |