2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Viper. 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Vantage | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |