2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 6 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 19 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | 370Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |