2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 408 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4.
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 (678 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Viper | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
