2008 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 530 | Viper |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |