1972 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
