2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 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 472 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 588 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Viper | 440 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |