1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2000 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 2000 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B 12 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 389 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
