1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Because 1995 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Viper | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
