1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 234 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Viper | Six |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
