2006 Dodge Viper SRT-10

The Dodge Viper legend began with the 1992 Dodge Viper RT/10 Roadster and grew with the introduction in 1996 of the Dodge Viper GTS Coupe. History is repeating itself. When the third-generation Dodge Viper made its debut in 2003, it did so in the form of a convertible. For 2006, the Dodge Viper SRT10 debuts in an all-new Coupe form.

Dodge Viper SRT 10 is about uncompromising performance and stunning looks. With an 8.3-liter 500-horsepower V-10 engine contributing to blistering acceleration (0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, 0-100-0 mph in the low 12-second range), and a bold appearance marked by Dodge's signature crosshair grille design, deep-cut side scallops, swept-back fenders and lowered hood lines, the Dodge Viper SRT-10 Convertible had no equal. Until this.

The exterior design, with its “double-bubble” roof and dramatic, unique rear styling with wrap-around taillamps reminiscent of the Viper GTS Coupe, is what sets it apart from its Convertible sibling – and connects it to the Viper heritage. From an aerodynamic standpoint, the all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT 10 Coupe is designed for increased downforce and high-speed stability, with a sloping roofline and decklid spoiler. The only bodywork that the Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe shares with the Convertible is the front fascia and fenders, hood and doors. In addition to the new canopy and decklid, the 2006 Viper SRT10 Coupe has a special windshield surround, door side glass, rear fascia, quarter panels and taillights.

A interior feature for the many owners who will take their Viper cars racing is the roof and headliner structure that offers room to accommodate a safety cage, while maintaining as much headroom as possible. Unique interior pieces also include various weatherstrip pieces, headliner, carpet and trim panels. Also features a unique two-tone interior color scheme.

The magic numbers for the Viper SRT 10 are 500/500/500 – representing 500 horsepower, 525 pound-feet of torque and 505 cubic inches of displacement. An aluminum-block 8.3-liter (505 cu. in.) V-10 engine powers the 2006 Viper SRT10 Coupe, generating 500 horsepower (372 kW) and 525 lb.-ft. (712 N•m) of torque. Ninety percent of the torque is available to the driver across a wide band -- the 1,500-5,600 rpm range. Transferring the Dodge Viper SRT10's power to the rear wheels is a heavy-duty six-speed manual transmission.

Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe braking power is defined by Brembo 44/40 dual opposing piston calipers in the front and Brembo 42/38 dual opposing calipers in the rear, gripping four 14-inch rotors. An anti-lock braking system (ABS) prevents lockup during hard braking. Handling and ride characteristics is derived from a race-bred, four-wheel independent suspension. All this results in a world-class braking performance of 60-0 mph in less than 100 feet, and completion of SRT's signature 0-100-0 mph test in the low 12-second range.