2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 1965 BMW 700 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | 700 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8355 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |