1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Viper | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
