2002 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 465 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (480 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1565 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
