2011 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 1 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 300 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 535 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 2105 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
