2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | HD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
