The Dodge viper RT10 Roadster
is the Viper that started it all of the hysteria and it continues to evolve.
Other than physical appearance, the RT/10 Roadster is virtually identical
to the GTS Coupe. The standard soft top can be folded and stored in the
trunk or there’s an optional body-colored removable hard top that clamps
securely in place. Overall, it is a extreamly unique sportscar that demands
respect.
Price: $72,396
SPECS
front-engine, rear-wheel-drive,
2-passenger, 2-door roadster
SOUND SYSTEM
Alpine AM/FM-stereo radio/cassette/CD
player, 5 speakers
| Chassis |
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| Type |
steel-tubing frame integral with body |
| Body material |
resin-transfer-molded plastic |
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| Interior |
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| SAE volume, front seat |
49 cu ft |
| luggage space |
7 cu ft |
| Front seats |
bucket |
| Seat adjustments |
fore and aft, seatback angle, lumbar support |
| Restraint systems, front |
manual 3-point belts, driver and passenger airbags |
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| Steering |
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| Type |
rack-and-pinion, power-assisted |
| Turns lock to lock |
2.4 |
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| Handling |
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| Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad |
0.97 g |
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| Performance |
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| 0-60 mph |
4.0 seconds |
| 0-100 mph |
8.7 seconds |
| Street start, 5-60 mph |
4.6 seconds |
| Standing 1/4-mile |
12.2 sec @ 118 mph |
| Top speed (drag limited) |
177 mph |
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| Drivetrain |
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| Transmission |
6-speed manual |
| Final-drive ratio |
3.07:1, limited slip |
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| Engine Specs |
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| Type |
V10, aluminum block and heads |
| Bore x stroke |
4.00 x 3.88 in, 101.6 x 98.5mm |
| Displacement |
488 cu in, 7990cc |
| Compression ratio |
9.6:1 |
| Engine-control system |
Chrysler JTEC with port fuel injection |
| Emissions controls |
3-way catalytic converters, feedback air-fuel-ratio control |
| Valve gear |
pushrods, 2 valves per cylinder, hydraulic lifters |
| Power (SAE net) |
450 bhp @ 5200 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) |
490 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm |
| Redline |
6000 rpm |
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| Dimensions |
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| Wheelbase |
96.2 in |
| Track, F/R |
59.6/60.6 in |
| Length |
175.1 in |
| Width |
75.7 in |
| Height |
44.0 in |
| Frontal area |
19.3 sq ft |
| Ground clearance |
5.0 in |
| Curb weight |
3410 lb |
| Weight distribution, F/R |
48.9/51.1% |
| Fuel capacity |
19.0 gal |
| Oil capacity |
8.0 qt |
| Water capacity |
12.8 qt |
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| Fuel Economy |
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| EPA city driving |
12 mpg |
| EPA highway driving |
21 mpg |
| Brakes |
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| Front |
13.0 x 1.3-in vented disc |
| Rear |
13.0 x 0.9-in vented disc |
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| Wheels and Tires |
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| Wheel size |
Front: 10.0 x 17 in, Rear: 13.0 x 17 in |
| Wheel type |
forged aluminum |
| Tires |
Michelin Pilot SX MXX3; Front: P275/40ZR-17, Rear: P335/35ZR-17 |
| Inflation pressures, Front/Rear |
29/29 psi |
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| Braking |
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| 70-0 mph @ impending lockup |
157 ft |
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