Ford Shelby GT500 vs. Dodge Viper
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Shelby GT500 and Dodge Viper contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Shelby GT500 and the Dodge Viper.
When we compare the Ford Shelby GT500's and the Dodge Viper's specifications and ratings, the Ford Shelby GT500 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Dodge Viper has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Shelby GT500's and the Dodge Viper's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Shelby GT500’s base engine makes 540 horsepower, and the Dodge Viper base engine makes 600 horsepower. The Shelby GT500 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, while the Viper is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 352 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Shelby GT500 and Dodge Viper are comparable in regards to front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$51,225
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$90,255
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Used Car Pricing
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
25
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
35,883
# Good or Great Deals:
13
Used Car Pricing
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
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Ford Shelby GT500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Viper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Shelby GT500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Viper
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
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N/A
Ford Shelby GT500 Rankings
Not yet available
Dodge Viper Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Shelby GT500 Trim Levels
Base
Dodge Viper Trim Levels
SRT-10
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
540 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
510 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.134 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
560 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.174 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
224 / 352 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
8.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 22 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
208 / 352 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45 inches
Cargo Space:
9.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4022 lbs
Width:
80.1 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
188.2 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3441 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
47.6 inches
Length:
175.6 inches
Wheelbase:
98.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/45ZR18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/35ZR18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Grabber Blue / Kona Blue Metallic
Gray
Sterling Grey Metallic
Red
Torch Red
Silver
Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic
White
Performance White Clearcoat
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Viper Black Clear Coat
Blue
Viper Blue Metallic Clear Coat / Viper GTS Blue
Gray
Graphite Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Viper Red Clear Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Viper White Clear Coat
Green
Anaconda Green Pearl Coat / Viper Snakeskin Green Pearl Coat
Orange
Toxic Orange Pearlcoat / Viper Very Orange Pearl Coat
Yellow
Viper Race Yellow Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black with Black Accents / Charcoal Black with Grabber Blue Accents / Charcoal Black with Red Accents / Charcoal Black with Silver Accents / Charcoal Black with White Accents
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Medium Slate Gray / Black/Red / Black/Tan
