1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1998 Vector M12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Vector M12. (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Vector M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Vector |
| Model | Viper | M12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 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 | 1542 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
