2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 38 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Z4 | Viper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 8274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |