2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 335 | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |