2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 289 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 48 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
