2007 BMW 120 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 120 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1350 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
