1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (386 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 449 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (490 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 386 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 115 L |
