2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 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 104 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 360. (395 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Viper | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 295 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 | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
