2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 698 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
