2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1956 Simca Vedette
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1956 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 343 kg more than 1956 Simca 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1956 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Viper | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
