1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 928 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
