1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 63 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Avanti | Viper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
