2009 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
