1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Chrysler 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari Maranello. (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1590 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
