1994 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2001 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1680 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
