1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
