2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
