1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Viper and 1997 Volkswagen W12 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper. 1997 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | W12 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |