1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1602 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
