1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |