2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
Model | Viper | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 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 | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2604 mm |