1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1997 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1. 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 1997 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z1 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
