1972 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 571 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Viper |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 8285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 499 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |