1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 2004 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
