1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Lagonda | Viper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
