2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 723 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Viper | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Prefect |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
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 | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |