1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB4 | Viper |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 8275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |