Dodge Viper (1st generation)
A raw, V10-powered throwback to the Shelby Cobra with no driver aids.
- Power
- 400 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.5 s
- Top speed
- 165 mph
- Est. value
- $28k–$72k
About the Dodge Viper
The first-generation Dodge Viper, known as the SR I, was a brutal rejection of 1990s refinement, designed as a spiritual successor to the AC Cobra. Developed with input from Carroll Shelby and featuring an all-aluminum V10 engine refined by Lamborghini, it prioritised raw performance over every creature comfort. The 1993 model year remained famously spartan, lacking exterior door handles, glass windows, and electronic aids like ABS or traction control. Its massive torque and short wheelbase earned it a reputation for being difficult to master, yet it remains a landmark of American automotive audacity.
Dodge Viper specs
The Dodge Viper produces 400 bhp (298 kW) and 610 Nm (450 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.5 seconds and has a top speed of 165 mph (266 km/h).
| Make | Dodge |
|---|---|
| Model | Viper |
| Generation | First Generation (1st generation) |
| Trim | Viper RT/10 |
| Years | 1992–1995 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 5,988 built |
| Original price | About $51,000 when new |
| Engine | 8.0-litre V10 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,990 cc (8.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 400 bhp (298 kW) at 4,600 rpm |
| Torque | 610 Nm (450 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.5 s |
| Top speed | 165 mph (266 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,490 kg (3,285 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 268 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Dodge Viper worth?
A typical Dodge Viper is estimated to be worth $28,000 – $72,000 (about £21,000 – £53,000).
Its original price when new was about $51,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Dodge Viper rarity in CarSpot
The Dodge Viper is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 43 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Dodge Viper fun facts
- To open the car from the outside, owners had to unzip the vinyl side windows and reach in for the interior release, as there were no exterior door handles.
- The side-exit exhausts were notorious for causing 'Viper burns' on the legs of unsuspecting drivers and passengers as they exited the vehicle.
- The 8.0-litre V10 engine was originally based on a Chrysler truck engine block, but was extensively redesigned in aluminum by Lamborghini engineers.
