1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 7 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Coupe. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe. 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Viper | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
