2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin Virage.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2012 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Viper | Virage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
