1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1997 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Chrysler 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1997 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1997 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Virage | Viper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 7984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
