2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 703 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | 1303 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |