1986 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 1994 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
