1975 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 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. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 306 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
