2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Viper. (377 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. (556 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB7 | Viper |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5931 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 620 Nm |
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 Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |