2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 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 275 more horse power than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Viper | DB6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |