1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | Viper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |