1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 360 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
