2008 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1991 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
