2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 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 442 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 523 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | 818 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
