2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 241 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
