1989 BMW 730 vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1600 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
