2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 106 kg more than 1975 AC 428. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 AC 428. (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 AC 428. 1975 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | Dodge | AC |
| Model | Viper | 428 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
