2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper 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) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin Virage.
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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2012 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Viper | Virage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 569 Nm |
| 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 |
