2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 458 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |