2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
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 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Viper | DB6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 325 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |