2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Viper. (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 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 | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |