2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 456 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |