2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Viper. (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 504 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |