2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2520 mm |
