1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 484 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Viper |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 415 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 664 Nm |
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 | 1990 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |