1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
