1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 6 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. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Noble M14. (395 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Noble M14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Noble M14. (522 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Noble M14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Dodge | Noble |
| Model | Viper | M14 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 522 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
