1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 569 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1600 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
