2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B5. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B5. 2011 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alpina |
| Model | Viper | B5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
