1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 12 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 428 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Viper | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8001 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 570 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 539 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 | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 86 L |