1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 12 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| 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 | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
