1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1954 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 725 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2. 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Viper | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 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 | 1590 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2250 mm |
