2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Viper and 2001 Ferrari F550 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2001 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (664 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari F550. (570 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | F550 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| 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 | 450 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1690 kg |
