1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Dodge Viper

To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante 2008 Dodge Viper
Make Aston Martin Dodge
Model V8 Volante Viper
Year Released 1985 2008
Body Type Convertible Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 8355 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 600 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 759 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
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 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 61 L