1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1997 Chrysler 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chrysler Viper | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 400 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7984 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 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 | 1590 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |