1973 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 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 216 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 162 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 525 | Viper |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |