1967 Alvis TF vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 141 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TF | Viper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 8355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
