What was the most powerful Dodge Viper?
The Dodge Viper was one of the most iconic and powerful American sports cars ever produced. Over its 25-year production run, Dodge continuously pushed the boundaries of performance, culminating in the most powerful Viper ever built - the 2017 Dodge Viper ACR.
The Viper's Legendary Performance
The Dodge Viper first debuted in 1992 with a massive 8.0-liter V10 engine producing 400 horsepower. This raw, uncompromising power made the Viper a legend among enthusiasts. Over the years, Dodge steadily increased the Viper's performance, with the final 2017 model producing an astounding 645 horsepower and 600 lb-ft of torque from its 8.4-liter V10 engine.
The Viper ACR: The Ultimate Track Weapon
In 2016, Dodge unveiled the ultimate expression of the Viper's performance potential - the Viper ACR (American Club Racer). The ACR was designed from the ground up as a track-focused, street-legal sports car. It featured a host of aerodynamic upgrades, including a massive rear wing, front splitter, and carbon-fiber bodywork, generating over 1,700 pounds of downforce at top speed.
Record-Breaking Performance
The Viper ACR's performance was nothing short of astonishing. It set lap records at 13 different race tracks across the United States, including the famous Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany. The Viper ACR's 7:01.3 lap time at the Nürburgring made it the fastest street-legal, non-turbocharged production car to ever lap the legendary circuit.
The End of an Era
Sadly, the Dodge Viper was discontinued in 2017, marking the end of an era for one of the most iconic American sports cars. The Viper ACR stands as the ultimate expression of the Viper's raw, uncompromising performance, cementing its legacy as one of the greatest performance cars ever built.
