1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Land Rover 109

To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (460 HP) has 393 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.

Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Viper 1959 Land Rover 109
Make Dodge Land Rover
Model Viper 109
Year Released 1999 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7990 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 460 HP 67 HP
Torque 678 Nm 157 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1700 kg
Wheelbase Size 4760 mm 2780 mm


 

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