1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1994 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1994 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 2800 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
