2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1990 Jaguar Kensington | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Viper | Kensington |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |