1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 414 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Viper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 501 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
