1999 BMW 730 vs. 1994 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1994 Chrysler 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 1994 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
