1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (339 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 8 kg more than 1997 Dodge 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
