1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 193 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |