1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | CLK |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |