2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 56 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (320 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | 335 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |