1986 BMW 735 vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 735 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 8195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
