1974 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 661 kg more than 1974 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Viper |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 8355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |