1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Newport | Viper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
