2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 103 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper. 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Viper |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |