1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 137 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
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 | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |