2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
