1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 454 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 340 Mexico |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 159 L |
