1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (372 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Lamborghini P140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 279 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | P140 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 390 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 | 1565 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |