1951 Allard K1 vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K1 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1951 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 488 kg more than 1951 Allard K1. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Allard K1 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | K1 | Viper |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 98.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |