1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB7 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
