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Dodge Viper GTS-R

GT1 (2000s)Race Sim Studio
650 hp
Horsepower
1250 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
1998
Year

Dodge Viper GTS-R (GT1)

The Dodge Viper GTS-R is an iconic American GT1 monster from the late 1990s and early 2000s, built to dominate endurance racing with huge displacement, brutal torque, and a no-nonsense front-engine, rear-drive layout. The Race Sim Studio mod captures the spirit of the Viper GTS-R era: loud, long, and very much a muscle car wearing a race suit.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 8.0L naturally aspirated V10, front-mounted longitudinal

  • Total Output: ~650 hp

  • Redline: ~6,000–6,500 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed sequential

  • Weight: ~1,250 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,610 mm long × 1,980 mm wide × 1,250 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,510 mm

  • Tires: Racing slicks on center-lock wheels

  • Brakes: Ventilated discs with racing calipers

  • Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Viper GTS-R is a torque-rich, old-school GT1 weapon that feels every bit as physical as its reputation suggests. It delivers enormous shove off the line, but the chassis asks for respect: the long nose, hefty mass, and rear-drive power make it easy to overcommit if you rush the throttle or brake too deep. In the right hands, though, it’s hugely rewarding — a beast that comes alive when driven smoothly and decisively.

Engine & Sound: The V10 is the star of the show, with a thunderous, deep mechanical wail and unmistakable American racing aggression. It doesn’t need sky-high revs to feel fast; the torque hit is immediate, and the exhaust note hardens into a raw howl as it pulls through the mid-range.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Stable on turn-in if you’re patient, but the front end can feel heavy and reluctant compared with mid-engine GT cars.

  • Traction: Strong straight-line traction, but the rear can step out quickly if you apply power too early.

  • Braking: Powerful brakes, though the car’s weight means you need a disciplined approach to avoid locking or unsettling the platform.

  • Top Speed: Very competitive in a straight line, especially on long endurance tracks where the V10 can stretch its legs.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it with commitment but not aggression. Let the car rotate naturally, keep inputs smooth, and focus on exit speed rather than forcing the nose into corners. It shines at classic endurance venues like Le Mans, Sebring, and Road America, where power and stability matter as much as agility.

Livery & Aesthetics: The Viper GTS-R is pure intimidation on wheels — huge haunches, long hood, wide stance, and classic factory racing liveries that made it a GT1 legend. It has that unmistakable 1990s prototype-adjacent presence that still looks menacing today.

Whether you're chasing lap times or just want one of the most charismatic GT cars ever built, the Dodge Viper GTS-R delivers old-school endurance racing drama in full force.