2008 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 118 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
