2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 422 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
