1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 7 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 128 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z. 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (373 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 287 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
