1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 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 253 more horse power than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Viper | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3230 mm |
