These are the basic facts for anyone wanting to learn about one of Dodge's most popular and iconic cars. This includes basic information about the performance; the engine, handling, and braking. This also gives some info about the background of this two-seater sports/muscle car, and the exterior of the car.

1. Dodge Viper
By: Saagar Parikh

2. • The Dodge Viper SRT (formerly the SRT Viper, between 2012
and 2014) is a sports car, manufactured by the Dodge
division of Chrysler.
• The first Viper, produced with sheet metal, appeared as
a concept at the North American International Auto Show in
1989, where public reaction was so enthusiastic that Dodge
was directed to develop it as a standard production vehicle.
• Production of the two-seat sports car began at New Mack
Assembly in Pennsylvania in 1991 and moved to its current
home at Conner Avenue Assembly in Detroit in October
1995.
• In 2014 the Viper was named number 10 on the "Most
American Cars" list, meaning 75% or more of its parts are
manufactured in the U.S.

3. • The heart and soul of the Dodge Viper is its
handcrafted, all-aluminum 8.4L V10 engine
located mid-front. This manual-transmission-
controlled serpent of the road generates 645
horsepower and twists out 600 pound-feet of
torque, and a top speed of 317 km/h (202 mph).

4. • The Dodge Viper includes a single-mode high-
performance suspension or available driver-
selectable two-mode suspension
featuring Bilstein® DampTronic® select shock
absorbers with street and track settings. An
available five-mode Electronic Stability Control
System+ with launch control helps drivers maintain
control of the car under almost any operating
condition.

5. • Every corner of the Dodge Viper features a robust
Brembo brake system with accent painted fixed
aluminum calipers and 14x1.26-inch vented/slotted
rotors. Braking is firm and confident even under
extreme track conditions. And for serious racers,
optional Brembo carbon ceramic brake rotors and
pads offer superior performance by maintaining
their strength after numerous hard stops and
holding up better with repeated use. The ACR
model features even larger brakes for further
heightened performance.

6. • Exhaust: The Dodge Viper features a race-
inspired side exhaust, offering a fierce look and
aggressive sound to back it up.
• Hood: This is what holds in the power of the
Dodge Viper SRT®. The enormous clamshell hood
of the Viper is made from a single piece of hand-
laid carbon fiber. Performance-designed air
extractors help keep the engine cool, while a
center air intake maximizes airflow to help
achieve 645 horsepower. It’s a truly inspired piece
of automotive design.

7. • SRT Coupe – MSRP: $89,995
• GT Coupe – MSRP: $97,995
• GTS Coupe – MSRP: $110,095
• ACR Coupe – MSRP: $120,895

8. • "2016 Dodge Viper - Hand Crafted Sports Car." 2016 Dodge Viper - Hand Crafted Sports Car.
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