1957 Buick 40 vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Chrysler 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | 40 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
