1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 223 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | Mark IV | Viper |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
