1999 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 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 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 271 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 498 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
