1992 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Chrysler Viper
To start off, both 1992 BMW M3 and 1992 Chrysler Viper were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 BMW M3. 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1992 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M3 | Viper |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |