2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler Viper | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Viper | Cayman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2416 mm |