2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 928. (346 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 97 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 5396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85.9 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 | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |