2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Viper | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Viper | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |