1992 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1996 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
