1991 Alpina B vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Alpina B. (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpina B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 311 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpina B. (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpina B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B | Viper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
