1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper 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 287 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 474 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Viper | 44 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
