1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 611 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 (759 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 90 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 8356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
