2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 466 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (759 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
