1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 996 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
