2009 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
