1989 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 316 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (1,154 Nm) has 1013 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 316 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 316 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 1154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
