2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 841 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
