2008 BMW 523 vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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 214 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 523 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
