2009 BMW 125 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 125 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
