2009 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 118 | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |