2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Indy. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Viper | Indy |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |