1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daimler | Dodge |
| Model | 4.2 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
