2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen 1302 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 566 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 995 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 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 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
