1977 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 520 | Viper |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |