2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster 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 (664 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | F430 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 483 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 465 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 311 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 | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |