2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 263 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |