2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2004 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 318 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
