1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 62 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Viper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
