1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Volante | Viper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |