1978 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 520 | Viper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |