1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (429 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 429 Nm |
| 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 | 1506 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
