were impressed with its aerodynamic, yet rugged styling with its Copper Fire Orange color[4] and the fact that its sale price would be about US$30,000 (US$45,000 less than the Viper).

Even with the stuffy-looking design, the Copperhead is still slightly shorter than the Viper, except for the wheelbase, which is a foot (300 mm; 12 in) longer than it.

The Dodge Copperhead is powered by a 2.7 L (160 cu in) LH all-aluminum DOHC V6 engine manufactured by Chrysler, that is placed at a front longitudinal position.

The chassis is heavily based on the Dodge Viper, but has been extensively modified to suit the Copperhead's requirements.

A customized 1950 Ford Coupe owned by Billy Gibbons of the American rock band ZZ Top, had already been registered with the Kopperhead name.

As a result, DaimlerChrysler unofficially renamed the car, with it being referred to as the "Concept Vehicle" instead of "Copperhead" in press kits, scale toys, and other merchandise.