2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Dodge | Steyr |
| Model | Viper | 650T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
