1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. (638 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 638 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 | 1057 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
