2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Viper | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
