1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
