1992 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 540 | Viper |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 8400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 758 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |