1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 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 | 1590 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
