1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper 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 98 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2933 mm |
