1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 323 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 45 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Avanti | Dodge |
Model | Avanti | Viper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |