2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 364 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 5 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3150 RPM |
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 | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |