1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
