2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 10 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 857 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 288 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Viper. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Dodge | SSC |
Model | Viper | Tuatara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1535 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2667 mm |