2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 300 ZX 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 231 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |