1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper 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 185 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (485 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari Rossa.
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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 540 Nm |
| 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 Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
