2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Viper and 2001 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |