2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (501 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago. (650 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 563 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
