2007 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 191 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 523 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 8355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 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 | 1500 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
