1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 24 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Viper. (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 540 kg more than 1989 Dodge 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Viper. (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Viper | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
