2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 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 305 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 226 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 348 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
