2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 26 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
