1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Viper |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |