2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 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 80 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (520 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911.
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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 911. (685 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8356 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 520 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 685 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |