1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 933 kg more than 1999 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Viper. (705 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Viper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
