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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 481 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 6 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 (953 Nm) has 503 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 | 8521 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 777 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 953 Nm | 450 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 334 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 | 1614 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |