2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 162 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Viper | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |