1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 673 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 297 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Chrysler | SSC |
| Model | Viper | Aero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
