2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 71 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 965 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |