2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper 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 179 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Viper | Speedster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |