1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari Enzo. (657 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Enzo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 652 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
