1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 308 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 71 mm |
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 | 1555 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |