2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 569 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
