2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 223 kg more than 1955 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Dodge | Sunbeam |
Model | Viper | Alpine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |