1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 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 285 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4. 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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Viper | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
