1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Viper | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | F430 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
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 | 1590 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |