1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Viper | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1930 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
