2004 BMW M5 vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper. 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M5. (520 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
