1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Chrysler | Steyr |
| Model | Viper | 650T |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
