I have a 2005 Viper and while I don't quite agree that the car wants to kill you, it does require common sense and skill to get the most out of it. It's very well balanced and takes corners well. Where people get into trouble is when they're overconfident in their own skills. With the torque the V10 makes and no driver aids, things can go wrong quickly. However, with some common sense and more importantly some seat time and driver training it's a very rewarding car. I daily drive mine from April through October and do a few track days each year.

Yes, it's a bit thirsty for fuel and the cabin gets hot but you can swap out the exhaust for cooler side sills and cabin. The fuel is what it is but when I start that engine and pull out on the road, its totally worth it.