2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 513 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
| Model | Viper | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
