2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 294 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8355 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |