1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 407 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 2600 | Viper |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |