2008 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 200 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
