1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 911. (540 Nm). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Viper | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 540 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |