2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban 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 410 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 677 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban. 1973 GMC Suburban 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. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
