2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 102 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 (711 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |