2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Viper and 2008 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 506 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 711 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 624 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Bantam |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8355 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |