2007 BMW 323 vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 323 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
