2009 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 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 | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
