1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 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 294 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari F355. (376 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 264 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 (913 Nm) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | F355 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
