2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee 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 283 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 158 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.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Banshee |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |