2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (602 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 602 Nm |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
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 | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |