1987 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1987 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M6 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| 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 | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
