1978 BMW M1 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1978 BMW M1. (273 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW M1.
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 (664 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M1 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
