2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 12 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Dodge 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
