2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper 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 188 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (412 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1635 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
