1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 868 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 (705 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 612 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 533 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
