1985 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M6 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 BMW M6. 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M6 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
