1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 185 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 128 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
