2005 BMW 730 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Chrysler 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1989 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
