2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z4 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
