1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 916 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (447 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 7 Series. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
