1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Chrysler 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
