1986 BMW 628 vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 628 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1986 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 628 | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 628 | Viper |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
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 | 1470 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |