2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 731 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ginetta |
| Model | Viper | G21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
