1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Viper |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 8274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |