1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 467 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |