2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2001 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2001 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | Vanquish | Viper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 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 | 1950 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |