2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP) has 426 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 521 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1014 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
