1996 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 38 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1601 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 |
