1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 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 60 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 120 L |
