1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 698 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100.6 mm |
| 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 | 825 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
