2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper 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 295 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Viper | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8355 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |