2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 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 64 more horse power than 1993 Ferrari 456. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 456 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
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 | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |