2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 328 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
