2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 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 328 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5.
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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Viper | P5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |