1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TSO. (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | Viper | TSO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
