2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1965 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 378 kg more than 1965 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1965 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |