2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1957 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 550 A 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 402 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 917 kg more than 1957 Porsche 550 A. 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 | 1957 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
