2001 BMW 745 vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Chrysler 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1990 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1990 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 745 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
