1992 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 167 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100.6 mm |
| 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 | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
