1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2000 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 547 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2000 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1500 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
