2005 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 122 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Viper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |