1995 BMW 528 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 528 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
