1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 292 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | CW |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5160 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
