1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Viper and 1997 Ferrari Maranello were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 139 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | Maranello |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 485 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 563 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 1506 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |