1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 14 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 705 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 262 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Viper | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
