1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 650 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 546 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 872 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Dodge | Steyr |
| Model | Viper | 700C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1950 mm |
