1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3910 mm |