2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 384 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 191 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
