1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 678 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 (705 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
