2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
