1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1991 Chrysler Viper and 1991 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 415 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Viper | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |