2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme 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) has 250 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 845 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme. 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) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Emme. (354 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Viper | Emme |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
