2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 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 191 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2001 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis. 2007 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
