1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 243 kg more than 1994 Dodge 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
