1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 193 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
