2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 261 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Viper | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
