1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 628 kg more than 1995 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3165 mm |
