1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 BMW 8 Series
In comparing the 1997 Dodge Viper's and the 1997 BMW 8 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Dodge Viper has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1997 BMW 8 Series has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Dodge Viper's and the 1997 BMW 8 Series's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 BMW 8 Series Pricing
A used 1997 Dodge Viper ranges from $48,500 to $99,708 while a used 1997 BMW 8 Series is priced between $5,995 to $53,125.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Dodge Viper’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the 1997 BMW 8 Series base engine makes 282 horsepower.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
48500 - 99708
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5995 - 53125
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.472029
Dodge Viper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW 8 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Viper Rankings
Not yet available
BMW 8 Series Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
28 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 Dodge Viper Trim Levels
Not yet available
1997 BMW 8 Series Trim Levels
840Ci, 850Ci
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
450 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
490 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
282 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
35.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
25.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
Not yet available
Height:
Not yet available
Length:
Not yet available
Wheelbase:
96.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4167 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
52.8 inches
Length:
188.2 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available