1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 13 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. 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 166 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
