2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 344 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |