2004 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 262 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 318 | Viper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |