2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 256 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 194 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |