2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (493 HP @ 11700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 483 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Viper | 155 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
