1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Viper | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 360 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |