1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 690 kg more than 1956 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 356 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 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 | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
