1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 153 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. 2011 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Viper | DBS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |
