2007 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2001 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 118 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
