1995 BMW 528 vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 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 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 111 kg more than 1995 BMW 528. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 528 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 8356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
