1992 BMW 545 vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 545 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
