1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 (460 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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 (678 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 86 L |
