2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 449 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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.
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2000 Dodge Viper | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 52 HP |
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 | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |