2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD. 1972 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | LTD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
