1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 12 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 215 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti EX. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti EX.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti EX. (550 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti EX. 2010 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Viper | EX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |
