2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 928 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |