2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1962 Lincoln Continental. (300 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 805 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lincoln Continental. (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lincoln Continental. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Viper | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 7043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 109.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |