1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 550 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911. 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
