2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 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 537 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. 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 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Riley |
Model | Viper | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
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 | 1745 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |