2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 165 more horse power than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 2 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |