1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT 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 109 more horse power than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 293 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | 350 GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 3464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
