1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Porsche 356

To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 704 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Dodge Viper 1959 Porsche 356
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Viper 356
Year Released 1992 1959
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 7990 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 359 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 5150 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 838 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2110 mm


 

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