1999 BMW 740 vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 740 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
