2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 288 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | 370Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 366 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |