2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR 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 88 more horse power than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 512 TR |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |