1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 80 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (309 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
