1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 550.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 550 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3066 mm |
