2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 723 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
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 | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |