2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 263 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Viper | VIP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
