2007 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 530 | Viper |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |