1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial 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 148 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 30 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
