1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 996 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
