2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Viper | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |