2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Viper. (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 695 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F50. (520 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | F50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 10500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 520 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 69 mm |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 376 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 | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |