1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daimler | Dodge |
| Model | Conquest | Viper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
