1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z8. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z8.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z8. (500 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z8 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
