1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 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 105 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 11 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 348 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1454 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |