1962 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 863 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
