1996 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 8284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 500 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 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
