1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 and 1998 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 318 | Viper |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |