2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 617 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alpina B7. (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alpina B7. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alpina |
| Model | Viper | B7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
