1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 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 (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (402 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 15 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 (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
