2009 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |