1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 904 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Viper |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 8424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 670 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 913 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 | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
