2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE 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 433 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 555 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. 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 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | FE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
