2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730. 1996 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 730 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
