1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 390 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 1 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | 3-Litre | Viper |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 8274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |