1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 33 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Viper | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |