2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
