2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 227 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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 (678 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Viper | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
