2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | 370Z |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |