1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger 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 349 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 911 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Dodge | Steyr |
| Model | Viper | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1510 mm |
