1972 BMW 3 vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 168 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
