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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). 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 | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |