1977 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 520 | Viper |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 8357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 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 | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |