2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW M1 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 223 kg more than 1981 BMW M1. 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | M1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 116 L |
