2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 457 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 548 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | 1600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 725 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |