1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 67 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Viper |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |