2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 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 86 more horse power than 1968 Ford GT 40. (424 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 563 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford GT 40. (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | GT 40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |