2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Cadillac CTS 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. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Viper | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
