60 MPH Symphony: New Video Depicts the Thrill of Every Dodge Viper Model During Launch

Even though Dodge chose to discontinue the Viper in 2017, this well-liked supercar still is the apple in the eye of many enthusiasts. It boasted stellar looks, along with a ferocious V10 engine. During its first few generations, the Viper remained fairly bare bones regarding safety! If you opt for a slightly older model you’ll need to rely on your reflexes if you enjoy weight on the right pedal. There’s a New Video that depicts the thrill of every Dodge Viper model during launch.  

New Video Depicts the Thrill of Every Dodge Viper Model During Launch

The first Viper model came out in 1991, when dial-up internet was still a thing. The big screen was showing epics such as “The Doors” and the terrifying “Silence of the Lambs.” The production Viper RT/10 was powered by a 400-horsepower 8.0-liter V10. It ruthlessly commandeered the 60 mph sprint in just 4.2 seconds! This was faster than offerings from both Corvette and the very esteemed Porsche brands. 

The second-generation Viper arrived in 1996, with a fiberglass hardtop now available as a cool add-on. The Viper GTS Coupe arrived with a few cool visual cues taken from the Shelby Daytona Coupe. It was now cranking out 450 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque. 2003 marked the coming of the Viper SRT-10, with a lightened V-10 blasting out 500 horsepower. In 2005 the Viper SRT-10 Coupe came onto the scene sporting a 10-horsepower bump. 

The Dodge Viper’s Track-Scorching Highlights:

One of the Viper’s extra-special variants was the second-generation GTS ACR. It clocked in at 460 horsepower and a lofty 50 lbs of extra weight shedded. The fog lamps were replaced with brake cooling ducts. It also wore very cool 20-spoke BBS wheels and rode on a much stiffer suspension. In 2008, the Viper ACR was scorching tracks and side roads nationwide with the addition of much grippier Michelin tires. 

One of our all-time favorite Vipers was from 2016, which was almost the end of its era. It existed as another ACR with the very popular Extreme Aero Package. Loud, brash, and unruly with a futuristic flair, the Viper existed as a raucously extreme take on the Shelby Cobra. The street-legal “time attack” variant was very popular from 2013 until 2016. It stormed the scene with Brembo brakes, the carbon fiber X-brace, and a very elaborate Bilstein suspension. 

30 Minutes of Fast and Furious Fame:

The CarWow.com staff recently put together a pretty sweet video that boisterously brings back this class act. Diehard Viper fan Mat Watson was on a mission to document which Viper could rocket up to 60 mph the fastest. He also provides an in-depth look at the performance specs of each model. First, Mat lines up all of these amazing Vipers side by side and judges each generation’s exhaust sound. We have to admit that we love the third-generation’s pipes, which have a robust but midrange-inflecting quality. 

The glance at the first-generation Viper is definitely the “purist’s dream come true!” it’s dipped in striking candy-apple red, and the proud owner Edgar had put about 80,000 miles on it. His favorite feature is the fact that there is NO computer to help you in any way. Mat zoomed up to 60 mph at 5.4 seconds, which was .8 of a second slower than the official claim.

Which Generation Scales the Speedometer? 

“Kirk” was the proud owner of the 2nd-generation Viper. All-manual and deemed an excellent sports car by many, he was beaming with pride. Everything on board was all-analog, with no traction control. This model thoroughly looks like the “Playstation generation’s GranTurismo car.” Very curvaceous and clean looking, it nailed the speed test at 4.93 seconds on the first attempt. While getting the job done, Mat comments that he likes the sound of second-generation exhaust much more than the first. 

The third-generation Viper’s proud owner Jason has one of just 300 “Copperhead” editions. The interior looks amazing right off the bat, with its signature orange stitching. This generation 3 was also the only one to feature a convertible roof. Matt excitedly gets behind the wheel, and nails down a 4.93-second 60 mph sprint. This is over an entire second slower than the official claim, which he thinks wheel spinning had something to do with. 

Viper Vortex + Generational Gridlock

4th-Generation Viper owner “Kevin” was lucky to get an all-black and very stealth-looking model. Since this version was sold right next to the ACRX, it has some very unique features. The aero package, similar shocks, and sense of “caging” are very sinister and swooping. Without stability control, the 4th-generation model takes a bit more courage to handle. After a second try, the two nail down a 4.48-second 0-60 mph time. 

We hope you watch the video to see what you make of the 5th-generation model! After watching this closely, there are a few key points. As far as looks, the 1st-generation’s raw and early beginnings are quite cool! Each Viper put to the test here definitely has a unique exhaust sound. Our favorite was the 4th generation model, which boasted superiority in a few ways. Race-car-like noise, better brakes, and excellent steering quality rendered this model something special.

A Lasting Roar: Summing Up the Thrilling Dodge Viper Model

Which generation of Viper would be your favorite to own? Would you be “one and done” with just doing the speed test, or are these good enough for your garage? Some car aficionados are only after high-end brands such as Porsche and BMW, but these Vipers sure were pulling their own weight. Tell us what you think in the comments below, or check out another article about safety features on supercars.