2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 165 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 4 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 456M |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8356 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
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 | 1691 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 110 L |