2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 386 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Viper | 2000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 152 Nm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |