1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 965. (356 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965. 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 965. (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 965 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
