2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2010 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 330.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 330. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |