1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
