2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 293 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 208 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| 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 | 1523 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
