2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1997 Dodge 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (571 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge 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 | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB7 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| 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 | 1740 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 68 L |
