1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 356 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Dodge | Tatra |
| Model | Viper | T603 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
