1996 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 BMW 332. (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 332 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
