2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. 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 (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Viper | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |