2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 73 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Viper | Mexico |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 725 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 | 1523 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |