1995 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, both 1995 BMW 525 and 1995 Chrysler Viper were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1995 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 BMW 525. 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 525 | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 525 | Viper |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 620 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |