2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
