1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Chrysler 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Viper | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Riley |
Model | Viper | 2.6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |