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 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 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. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 79 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 | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 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 Weight | 1590 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |