1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 583 kg more than 1957 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 940 kg | 1523 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 |
