2008 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 316 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
