2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial 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 232 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 132 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
