1954 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 979 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1435 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
