2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford GT. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Ford GT. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford GT. (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2008 Ford GT | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |