1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Lagonda | Viper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
