In 1996, a coupe model called the GTS was introduced with a distinctive dubble bubble roof with two picnics above each seat. This gave way to helmets as the Viper was widely used in amateur and professional competitions. The car can be found in such races as Drag, Drift, and ring racing, this car was chosen as a safety car in the famous Indianapolis 500 race. Despite little change in design, the Viper is a new model with major changes to the engine compartment (the engine has become more powerful and lighter), and a completely new chassis that has become 27 kg lighter and 25% stronger has also reduced braking distance. However, brakes without ABS remained a weak side of the car. This was reflected in all comparison tests, such as the 1997 Motortrend Supercar comparison, in which the Viper was rated the best in comparison to cars such as the Ferrari 550, Chevrolet Corvette, Porsche 911 and Honda NSX in all areas except braking. ABS was later fitted, but braking was not significantly improved. The second-generation Viper received two front airbags. The car was also exported to Europe under the Chrysler name.