2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 431 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Dodge | Tatra |
Model | Viper | T600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |