2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 8 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (979 Nm). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Dodge | SSC |
| Model | Viper | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 1183 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1090 mm |
