2008 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 280 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 495 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
