2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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 (678 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 308 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 251 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 | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
