1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 7,998 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1708 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 (678 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7998 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3910 mm |
