2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ginetta G34

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Viper and 2005 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 306 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 726 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Viper 2005 Ginetta G34
Make Dodge Ginetta
Model Viper G34
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 8277 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 493 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1050 mm


 

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