1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 15 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (328 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Viper | G37 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
