2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 3 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Audi S6. (435 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S6. (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S6. 2011 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | S6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
