2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 408 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | 17M |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |