2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 471 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 30 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |