1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
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 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 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 | 1565 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |