2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Tatra T613 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 433 more horse power than 1977 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1 kg more than 1977 Tatra T613. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Dodge | Tatra |
| Model | Viper | T613 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |
