1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 530 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 162 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212. 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 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 212 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Top Speed | 345 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
