2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (1,154 Nm) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 306 HP |
Torque | 1154 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |