2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 9 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Viper | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 556 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1915 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
