2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 13 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 185 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 979 Nm | 450 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |