2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 151 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Viper | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
