2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP) has 289 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 25 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) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina D3. (450 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina D3. 2011 Alpina D3 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 D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alpina |
| Model | Viper | D3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
