2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 125 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. (644 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Viper | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 725 Nm | 644 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |