2006 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 325 | Viper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 8400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 758 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |