2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 291 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 968 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8355 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 92 L |