2004 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
