2008 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1999 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1999 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
