2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (570 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |