1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 344 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 126 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Daimler | Dodge |
Model | Conquest | Viper |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |