1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Viper | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
