2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 424 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 712 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
