1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
