1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 15 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP) has 935 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 259 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Dodge | SSC |
| Model | Viper | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 1350 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2667 mm |
