2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti Q45 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 228 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti Q45. 1996 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Viper | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
