1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 602 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB3 | Viper |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 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 | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |