2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 197 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Viper | Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |