1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 120 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti G. (324 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 126 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Viper | G |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
