2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB7 | Viper |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1878 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |