1991 BMW M12 vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M12 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
