2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1970 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1652 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZIL 114. (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZIL 114.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Viper | 114 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3770 mm |
