2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 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 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 311 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
