2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper. 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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Viper. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1989 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B7 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
