1975 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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, 1999 Dodge Viper (705 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
