1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 507 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Viper |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
