2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 250 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | 98 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
