1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 345 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1949 Morris Six | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Viper | Six |
Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |