1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite 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 @ 5150 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 962 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Viper | Elite |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |