2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan 4 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 387 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 722 kg more than 2004 Morgan 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Viper | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |