1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 7,998 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1995 Dodge 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 308 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7998 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
