1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper 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 219 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Chrysler 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 328 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
