2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 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, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 935 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Bentley Continental. (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Bentley Continental. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Viper | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
