2003 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 535 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
