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 |