2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa 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 392 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 84 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Viper 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
Make Dodge Ferrari
Model Viper Testarossa
Year Released 2000 1988
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 8521 cc 4943 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 777 HP 385 HP
Torque 953 Nm 500 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1614 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2560 mm


 

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