2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 BMW 325

To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 282 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Viper 2011 BMW 325
Make Dodge BMW
Model Viper 325
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8285 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 499 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 711 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 314 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.9 seconds 6.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 21.2 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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