2002 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
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 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (480 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2000 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
