2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor 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 444 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 595 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. 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 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Viper | Victor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 Weight | 1535 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |