2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 484 kg more than 2003 Porsche GT2.
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 (664 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche GT2. (620 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche GT2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 456 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1446 kg |
