1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 575 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 40 | Viper |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |