2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 663 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Viper | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
