2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana 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 416 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 569 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Torana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
