2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 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 368 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 193 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Viper | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
