2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 37 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 396 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Convertible | Viper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
