1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 618 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 508 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 589 Nm |
| 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 | 1057 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 105 L |
