2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 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 255 more horse power than 2002 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 461 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
