2008 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 128 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
