1999 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Cobra | Viper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1025 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |