1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 112 kg more than 1993 Chrysler 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1993 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
Model | Viper | EX |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7985 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2799 mm |