1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 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 252 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 188 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 610 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
