1956 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | 40 | Viper |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 8400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 758 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |