1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 308 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Volante | Viper |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 415 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 664 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |