2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 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 483 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1958 Steyr 500. 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 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Steyr |
Model | Viper | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |