2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 255 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
