2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3. 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
