1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 312 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 208 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| 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 | 1542 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
