1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 22 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 365 GTC 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |