1992 BMW 740 vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
