1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. (292 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 982 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. 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.
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1993 Dodge Viper | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |