2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 11 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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 405 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (372 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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 (953 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | A8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 372 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5268 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3122 mm |
