2001 BMW M vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 148 kg more than 2001 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M | Viper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
