2004 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2004 BMW 535 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 535. (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 535. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 535 | Viper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |