1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 621 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB3 | Viper |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |