2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 398 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Vedette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |