1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 6 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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (542 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK8. 2001 Jaguar XK8 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. 2001 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
