2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Viper. (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 455 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Viper. (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
Model | Viper | Agera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |