1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 812 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTA | Viper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
