2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1992 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1992 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 8C Competizione | Viper |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |