2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 520 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 685 Nm |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |