1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (238 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 525 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. 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.
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1999 Dodge Viper | 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 250 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 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 | 1565 kg | 1040 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |