2010 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Viper | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Viper | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8400 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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 758 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1234 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |