1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 116 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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 (664 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Viper | P4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
