1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 388 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 8284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
