2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |