2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Viper. (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 599. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 599 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
