1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 46 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
