1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
