1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2001 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 106 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 389 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 620 Nm |
| 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 Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
