1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 930 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Viper | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Viper | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
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 | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |