2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 412 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
