1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
