1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 19 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 373 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Viper | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
