2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 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 457 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403.
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 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Viper | 403 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 74 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 | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
