1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 21 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 165 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M.
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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Viper | M |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |