1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 414 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 54 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 (913 Nm) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (351 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 930 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
