2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1966 Pontiac GTO. (366 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Pontiac GTO. (575 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Viper | GTO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 366 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1400 kg |
