2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 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 449 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 539 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. 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 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Viper | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Viper | 203 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |