1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 477 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Virage | Viper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
