2000 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 791 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Cobra | Viper |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 8355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |