2007 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 210 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 335 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
