2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 386 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Viper | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |