1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Viper | P5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
