1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB6 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 228 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB6 | Viper |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 8274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 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 | 1625 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |