2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper 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 281 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |