2009 Audi R8 vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Viper. (377 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | R8 | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |