1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 328 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 464 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV6 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
