2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 60 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 318 | Viper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 8275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |