2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 651 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Dodge | Wartburg |
| Model | Viper | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
