2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari 612. (533 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 612. (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 612. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 612 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |