2009 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 120 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
