1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 10 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 312 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
