1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 513 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Sidewinder | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
