2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 785 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4.
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 (979 Nm) has 906 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Viper | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
