All articles tagged with #dodge viper
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Drive
The article discusses the unique design of the 2010 Alfa Romeo TZ3 Stradale Zagato, highlighting its unconventional tailgate that opens downward like a pickup truck, and explores its blend of Italian luxury and American muscle car influences, currently listed for sale at $300,000.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Ford Authority
A tuned sixth-generation Ford Mustang with 859 horsepower and a Dodge Viper with 710 horsepower compete in a series of drag races, with the Viper initially leading but the Mustang ultimately winning in the final races, showcasing the high performance potential of heavily modified American muscle cars.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Autopian
A shop has transformed a Dodge Viper into a high-performance machine by installing a BMW F10 M5 dual-clutch transmission, boosting its acceleration and shifting capabilities, with a custom setup that handles around 1,200 horsepower, making it a unique and terrifyingly fast American supercar. The project involved significant mechanical and electronic modifications, including custom adapters and ECU tuning, and costs estimated between $15,000 and $20,000.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ford Authority
CarWow's latest drag race features a 2019 Ford Mustang GT, a Shelby Cobra replica, and a 1998 Dodge Viper, all with 460 horsepower. Despite the Mustang's launch control, the Cobra consistently wins the quarter-mile races due to its lighter weight and larger rear tires, while the Viper takes the lead in a half-mile race. The Mustang, however, excels in braking tests thanks to its ABS, outperforming the other two vehicles.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Jalopnik
A custom 1995 Dodge Viper RT/10 with unique bodywork and interior modifications is listed for sale at $26,400, making it one of the cheapest first-gen Vipers on the market. The car has low mileage and has won awards in the past, but the ad mentions that it needs some TLC without specifying the required work. Despite its unique features, the Viper has been on Craigslist for over two weeks, prompting potential buyers to consider whether the asking price is justified.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CarScoops
In a drag race between the Bugatti EB110 and the Ferrari F40, the F40 initially falls behind but overtakes the Bugatti with stunning speed, winning by a nose. However, the EB110 suffers a mechanical issue and cannot participate in a rematch. A pre-production Dodge Viper then competes against the F40, winning in the standing quarter-mile but losing in a gentler roll race. The race highlights the F40's reputation as a '90s supercar great, but also suggests that there are cheaper alternatives that can provide similar thrills.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Drive
A never-installed 1996 Dodge Viper engine, mistakenly ordered by a dealership employee instead of touch-up paint, is now up for sale on Bring-A-Trailer. The engine, which has never been run but still turns over fine, comes complete with a front dress, intake manifold, exhaust manifolds, clutch, pressure plate, and ignition system. It has been stored indoors in California and is mounted on a custom stand, with the original plastic crate included. Bidding has reached $5,000, with 7 days remaining.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Motor1
The Petersen Automotive Museum organized a drag race between a Dodge Viper and a Ferrari F40, two of the greatest production cars in history. The Viper has a V10 engine that generates 400 horsepower, while the F40 uses a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V8 with 477 hp. A red Acura NSX also joins the race. The video features technical specifications and history of the cars, and the races show the impressive performance of these supercars.