1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 378 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 485 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Viper |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 306 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 | 1038 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |