2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger 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 475 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Dodge | Steyr |
| Model | Viper | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1510 mm |
