1976 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP) has 420 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Viper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
