1989 BMW 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 850 | Viper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 495 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 678 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |