1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 245 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2475 mm |
