2008 BMW 135 vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 BMW 135. 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 135 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
