2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 328 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
