2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Viper. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | DB7 | Viper |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |