1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1989 Chrysler 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3150 mm |
