1998 BMW M vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 73 kg more than 1998 BMW M. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M | Viper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
