1994 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M5 | Viper |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |