1993 BMW 840 vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 840 | Viper |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 8195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |