1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Corvette and 1999 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (460 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Viper |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 460 HP |
Torque | 483 Nm | 678 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 | 1520 kg | 1440 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |