1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 3 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. 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 97 more horse power than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 798 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Viper | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 94 L |
