2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 161 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
