1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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 414 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 397 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 31 L |
