2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 438 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (339 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (953 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
