2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Dodge | Tatra |
Model | Viper | T603 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |